| [Flash Point] > 110 | |
| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. | |
| [Ingestion] Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. | |
| [Skin] Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. | |
| [Eyes] If symptoms develop, immediately move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. Flush eyes gently with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids apart; seek immediate medical attention. | |
| [Storage] Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. | |
| [Handling] Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. | |
| [Ingestion] The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. May be harmful if swallowed. | |
| [Inhalation] Causes respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Skin] Causes skin irritation. | |
| [Eyes] Causes eye irritation. | |
| [EC Risk Phrase] R 36/38 | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S 26 36 | |
| [Personal Protection] Chemical splash goggles in compliance with OSHA regulations are advised; however, OSHA regulations also permit other type safety glasses. Whre chemical resistant gloves. To prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact, wear impervious clothing and boots. | |
| [Respirators] Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | |
| [Appearance] Liquid. | |
| [Melting Point] 33 | |
| [Boiling Point] 69 - 72 (0.1 torr) | |
| [Density] 1.2592 g/cm3 (20 C) | |
| [Refractive Index] 1.4566 (21 C) | |
| [Product Name] 6-Bromohexanoic acid ethyl ester | |
| [Synonyms] Ethyl 6-bromocaproate Ethyl 6-bromocapronate Ethyl omega-bromocaproate | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_25542-62-5.htm">25542-62-5 | |
| [Formula] C8H15BrO2 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 223.1 | |
| [EINECS] 247-085-2 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 1756051 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 4-02-00-00940 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. | |
| [Stability] No data. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong oxidizing agents. | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide. |
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